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How are you covered by your medical scheme when hospitalised?

Posted on May 19th, 2011 in Industry News

If you are on a medical aid plan, you may be feeling safe from unforeseen hospital expenses. But medical schemes do not always reimburse the full costs charged by specialists for in hospital procedures. Many schemes have also introduced co-payments for investigative scopes and specific scans.

The result may be that despite having a comprehensive hospital plan, you may incur significant out of pocket expenses if you are hospitalised.

A product called “gap cover” has been developed to address this shortfall. Gap cover is surprisingly affordable and offers peace of mind through significant top up benefits.

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Should you require our expert advice, or further information regarding Gap cover, you are welcome to contact us at:  0860 109 146.